About
The University of Kansas Medical Center offers top-ranked academic, research and outreach programs in the schools of Health Professions, Medicine and Nursing.
History and Locations
In 1905, the University of Kansas opened its medical school in Kansas City, Kansas, offering training programs for doctors and nurses. As the years passed, training opportunities expanded to include programs for anesthesiologists, surgeons, physical therapists and other specialties. In 1974, the Kansas Board of Regents established KU School of Allied Health (later renamed KU School of Health Professions) and KU School of Nursing as fully independent schools outside of the medical school. In 1998, clinical operations on the campus shifted to an independent hospital authority, now known as The University of Kansas Health System. Today, KU Medical Center has campuses in Kansas City, Salina and Wichita, as well as partnerships with clinical affiliates and educational partners in communities across the state of Kansas.
Our Clinical Partner, The University of Kansas Health System
Vision and Values
The University of Kansas Medical Center’s vision is to improve lives and communities in Kansas and beyond through partnership and innovation in education, research and health care. We are dedicated to educating the health care leaders of tomorrow, building healthy communities and making discoveries that change the world. We strive for integrity, respect, innovation, stewardship and excellence in everything we do.
KU Medical Center Strategic Plan
Impact
The University of Kansas Medical Center has earned a reputation as a world-class leader in research, education and community engagement. Our long history of innovation and achievement includes the only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center in the region, a national Alzheimer's Disease Research Center and a Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA).
More than 3,800 students are enrolled every year in KU Medical Center’s 50+ programs across a wide spectrum of health-related sciences. Many of KU Medical Center’s academic programs are frequently among the top-ranked in the country.
We are committed to programs and solutions that strengthen our communities and our state, including providing health care outreach to all 105 Kansas counties.
Culture and Community
The University of Kansas Medical Center is committed to maintaining a welcoming learning and working environment that accepts and values everyone, appreciates our common humanity and understands that our differences are the cornerstone of academic preparation, professional excellence and institutional distinction.
Impact and Belonging at the University of Kansas
Office of Student Engagement, School of Medicine